Germany vs. Japan - November 23, 2022

"I think everyone in Liverpool is very happy today" – Klopp praises Wirtz after Serbia performanceJürgen Klopp was delighted with Florian Wirtz’s performance against Serbia – and believes everyone at Liverpool is very happy with the attacking midfielder’s display as well.

Jonas Urbig reveals Neuer texted him before his Germany debutJonas Urbig has revealed that Bayern Munich teammates Manuel Neuer and Sven Ulreich texted him before his Germany debut against Serbia on Thursday.

“A day I'm very proud of” – Gnabry on captaining GermanySerge Gnabry was brimming with pride after getting the chance to captain Germany for the first time against Serbia.

“It still feels surreal” – Celtic midfielder Mika Baur reflects on Germany debutSpeaking after making his Germany debut, Mika Baur said it still felt surreal.

"We played wonderful football!" – Klopp delighted after first Germany winJürgen Klopp was delighted with his team's performance as Germany secured their first win under him against Serbia on Thursday.

“My knees are already hurting from the slide” – Bischof reacts to first Germany goalTom Bischof was delighted after scoring his first goal for Germany, but revealed his knees were already hurting after his celebration.

"It's something special" – Wirtz proud after captaining Germany in win over SerbiaLiverpool star Florian Wirtz wore the captain's armband for Germany for the first time, putting in a standout performance in Thursday's 2-0 win over Serbia.

Greece remain top of Group A2 ahead of second Germany test after home draw with DutchNetherlands came from two goals behind to earn a point against Greece in Thessaloniki.

Celtic's Mika Baur makes history with Germany debutCeltic midfielder Mika Baur became the 1,000th player to represent Germany when he came on for his senior international debut in Thursday's win over Serbia.

Germany player ratings vs Serbia: Wirtz shines in Klopp's first winHere are our Germany player ratings following their 2-0 UEFA Nations League win over Serbia on Thursday night.

Bischof and Wirtz fire Germany to first win under KloppTom Bischof and Florian Wirtz scored the goals as Germany beat Serbia 2-0 to claim their first win with Jürgen Klopp at the helm.

Bringing Back Int'l Legends 🤩

Picking some big names to bring back to the national team scene 🎥

Klopp decides on Germany's centre-back pairing to face SerbiaWaldemar Anton and Malick Thiaw will reportedly start together in central defence when Germany face Serbia on Thursday.

Germany reveal shirt numbers for Serbia clash with two changesBambasé Conté and Yannik Engelhardt have both been given new numbers for Germany's upcoming game against Serbia, as shown by the list announced by the German Football Association.

www.theguardian.com•1w

Jürgen Klopp disgusted by claims his Germany team are ‘not white enough’Jürgen Klopp has reacted with disgust to a social media debate questioning whether the Germany team he is in the process of forming are ‘white enough’

Gnabry set to captain Germany against Serbia – Karl to start on the benchAs reported by Bild, Serge Gnabry will start and captain Germany against Serbia, while Lennart Karl will have to settle for a place on the bench.

Germany U21s prevail comfortably in Malta as Tresoldi stars with hat-trickGermany U21s recorded a comfortable 4-1 victory away to Malta U21s this evening, with Nicolo Tresoldi grabbing a hat-trick after Antonio Di Salvo’s side suffered an early setback.

“I found out today" – Urbig ecstatic as Germany debut looms under KloppThe 23-year-old is unperturbed by outside noise and is living in the moment ahead of what will be a "very special moment" in München.

Klopp coy on Germany captaincy but hints at Urbig start against SerbiaKlopp gave nothing away regarding who will wear the captain's armband, but seemed to suggest Urbig will make his senior debut in goals against Serbia.

www.skysports.com•2w

Transfer news: Brentford hold Kevin Schade contract talks as Arsenal, Liverpool track Germany wingerSchade has scored three times as Brentford sit fourth in the Premier League, with the forward now entering the final two years of his contract; he joined the west London club from Freiburg for £20m in June 2023.

www.standard.co.uk•2w

Havertz Hamstring InjuryGermany forward returns to Arsenal for assessment (multiple reports)

www.skysports.com•2w

Kai Havertz returning to Arsenal to be assessed after suffering injury for Germany against NetherlandsKai Havertz suffered an injury in the first half of Germanys 1-1 draw with Netherlands in their Nations League opener on Thursday; Arsenal forward is returning to his club to receive treatment, with the issue understood to be a suspected muscle strain

www.skysports.com•2w

Netherlands 1-1 Germany: Jurgen Klopp's first game in charge ends all square after late Cody Gakpo equaliserCody Gakpo hit a stoppage-time volley to earn the Netherlands a 1-1 draw against Germany in their Nations League Group A2 opener on Thursday, denying Jurgen Klopp victory in his first match as Germany boss.

bulinews.com•2w

Havertz Off with InjuryArsenal forward subbed in first 30 mins for Germany

Virgil 🤝 Klopp

OnsOranje

@OnsOranje

Virgil 🤝 Klopp. A special moment. ❤️

Gnabry's Job Center ✍️

Kane as an actor?! Imagine 🎥

sports.yahoo.com•2w

Xavi vs. Klopp is HereNew eras for Netherlands and Germany in Nations League. Preview 📲

Best Int'l Break Games 🔥

England-Spain. Xavi-Klopp. Messi's farewell. Lots to watch in the next three weeks 🎥

www.footyheadlines.com•2w

Germany Adidas Farewell Kit 🔥Team unveils sick jersey to wrap up 72-year partnership 📸

International Break Is Back 🌎

Enter Zidane, Klopp, Xavi and more. New eras to look forward to 🎥

Germany Legends Tease Kit 🇩🇪

adidas Football

@adidasfootball

so which one is the best of all time? 🤔 we might need to add one last one to the mix. 03.11. 👀

www.theguardian.com•3w

USMNT Misses Out on Banks 🫠19-year-old Augsburg defender commits to Germany; no longer eligible for USA

bulinews.com•1mo

Rüdiger to Retire from Germany 🇩🇪Defenders calls time on international career (multiple reports)

bulinews.com•2mo

Musiala Addresses Health ConcernsAttacker says he is getting treatment and chooses to keep playing

Bleacher Report•2mo

FC 27 Player Ratings Revealed 🎮Mbappé and Haaland top the list at 91 OVR. Top 27 players in app 📲

Bleacher Report•2mo

UEFA Loses Confidence in FIFAEuropean heads to review Infantino's failed plan claiming 'no option should be off the table'

Bleacher Report•2mo

UEFA to Boycott World CupConcacaf joins European nations in rejecting FIFA's proposal

UEFA Must Show Backbone 😤Reports on FIFA's move to sell World Cup stakes is too big to ignore 📲 (Guardian)

Top World Cup Flops 😬Ronaldo leads our team of most disappointing players 📲

Götze's Life as a Movie 🎬

German legend maps out how a film about his life would play out 🎥

Japan football great ‘King Kazu’ Miura, 59, scores first competitive goal in four yearsJapanese football icon Kazuyoshi Miura scored his first competitive goal ⁠in nearly four years on Saturday, finding the net at the age of ⁠59 as ⁠Fukushima United thrashed Iwaki Furukawa 7-0 to advance in the Emperor’s Cup

Klopp Warns German Media ⚠️New Germany coach wants family to be left 'in peace' or he'll leave

Jurgen Klopp desribes Germany appointment as 'like a movie'Jurgen Klopp admits he is still coming to terms with being confirmed as the new head coach of the German national team, describing it as like a movie in my head.

Newcastle transfer philosophy: Why Magpies are aiming to emulate Borussia Dortmund's work on young playersNewcastle are looking to adopt a recruitment model similar to Borussia Dortmund, which has brought through Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland and Jadon Sancho; Magpies have signed three players this summer aged 21 and under and are close to a fourth in Monacos Aladji Bamba

www.barcablaugranes.com•3mo

Barça Signs Adeyemi 🔵🔴German attacker moves to La Liga in deal through 2031

Football latest news & gossipThe latest news and breaking lines from the world of football...

onefootball.com•3mo

Official World Cup Best XI 💎Cubarsí surprisingly left out of FIFA Team of Tournament 📲

World Cup Power Rankings 📊Who are the risers and fallers in our final standings? 📲

That Was World Cup 2026 ✨

104 games. 48 nations. One champion

World Cup Story So Far 🥹

3mo

The Beautiful Game on the world's biggest stage. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered forever.

World Cup Closing PerformersLooking ahead to how MetLife sees out tournament 📲

World Cup Closing CeremonyAll details including start time, live stream and rumors 📲

🌟 The Champions Chat 🌟

Stars of the World Cup reflect on a wild tournament 🎥

World Cup of memes: Japan fans, Beckham unbothered and a simmering bromanceA tournament with more teams and more games has been filled with euphoria, heartbreak, and these weird and wonderful viral moments

Updated World Cup Rankings 📊Argentina and Spain in the final, but who comes out on top? 📲

Top World Cup Flops 😫

Bruno Fernandes, Musiala and Vitinha all on hit list 🎥

www.sportsnet.ca•3mo

Müller Tears into England 😵‍💫German legend criticizes Tuchel's approach in Argentina loss

www.standard.co.uk•3mo

Lineker suggests Tuchel is ‘German spy’ after England World Cup exitFormer England star jokes that current head coach has “infiltrated” the Three Lions

Fifa hit by injunction in Germany over World Cup ticket resale pricesTicombo, an online ticket resale site in based in Germany, has won an injunction against Fifa over the sale of World Cup tickets

Iconic World Cup Semifinals 🤩

Brazil fans, you know what's coming 🎥

Brighton transfers, latest news, rumours and gossip: Live updates, goals and highlightsThe latest news and gossip in brief from Brighton...

World Cup Power Rankings 📊Four teams remain. All 48 nations ranked ahead of semifinals 📲

www.bbc.com•3mo

Klopp Agrees Germany Deal 🇩🇪Former Liverpool boss to take over national team after Nagelsmann exit (multiple reports)

Jurgen Klopp: Former Liverpool boss on the verge of becoming Germany head coach and replacing Julian NagelsmannJurgen Klopp had shown a general willingness to take the role; Julian Nagelsmann departed after Germanys World Cup exit; Nagelsmann had been in charge of Germany since September 2023

World Cup Power Rankings 📊How teams stack up after hectic Round of 16 📲

Freddy the German: psyop, mirror to US rapacity or Tocqueville in a CR7 shirt?The true identity of the World Cup’s breakout fan has been the topic of feverish debate. He is also the tournament’s most revealing character

World Cup Power Rankings 📊How teams stack up before Round of 16 📲

The Round of 32 Was Wild 🫨

So many games, even more drama 🎥

Jürgen Klopp holds Germany talks: ‘I’m more than recharged, I’m ready’Jürgen Klopp has confirmed he is in negotiations to take over as Germany’s coach and says he has ‘recharged’ the energy missing when he left Liverpool

www.bbc.co.uk•3mo

Germany Seeks Klopp 🇩🇪Nagelsmann quits national team with Jürgen on radar for job (multiple reports)

www.standard.co.uk•3mo

Klopp set for Germany talks as Nagelsmann quits after World Cup upsetIt would be Klopp’s first return to management since ending nine-year stint at Liverpool in 2024

Germany hold Jürgen Klopp talks after Julian Nagelsmann quits as head coachJulian Nagelsmann ⁠has agreed to step down as Germany’s head coach ⁠following the team’s last-32 World Cup exit, with Jürgen Klopp set to replace the 38-year-old

Ange Postecoglou is exactly what Japan need after fifth-straight World Cup knockout loss | John DuerdenThe Samurai Blue’s toughest opponents are themselves. The Australian coach would help them kick down the door to football’s global elite

Germany are no longer a tournament team and must reconnect with our own identityGermany’s third early World Cup exit in a row is not down to a lack of talent or the name of the coach, but not knowing how they want to play

German police raid national football HQ over Euro 2024 corruption allegationsOperation launched to explore ‘unauthorised favours’ involving tickets being made available

Viral Fan Deletes Twitter 🫥German fan FreddyLA7 says goodbye after nation's World Cup elimination

Jurgen Klopp frontrunner for Germany job if Julian Nagelsmann is sacked - Paper TalkPlus: PSG value France winger Bradley Barcola at more than £116m; Liverpool are looking at Belgium attacker Matias Fernandez-Pardo; Manchester City, Manchester United and Bayern Munich have joined Arsenal by expressing interest in Morocco midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi

Unhappy families: Matthäus claims Germany travel plans caused World Cup riftLothar Matthäus, the former Germany captain turned pundit, has blamed the World Cup exit in part on the players’ efforts to have their families in tow

What next for Germany as Paraguay and penalties fuel more World Cup pain?In today’s newsletter: Another early World Cup exit for Germany, and more reader poetry

sports.yahoo.com•3mo

Klopp Takes Shot at Arsenal 👀German manager with pointed feedback for EPL champs after controversial VAR call

Japan the example to follow but this has been a dismal World Cup for AsiaIran were treated badly while two countries were debutants but Saudi Arabia and South Korea should have done better

Panenka to Paraguay: Germany’s 50-year penalty shootout streak is overGermany once scored 22 consecutive penalties in major tournament shootouts. They missed three as Paraguay won 4-3 from the spot

World Cup 2026 Odds, Updated Predictions for Tuesday's Round of 32 Matches

Germany were once World Cup kings. Now they're simply not that goodGermany were knocked out of the World Cup by Paraguay on penalties; Kai Havertz cancelled out Julio Encisos early opener but missed his spot-kick in the shoot-out; Nick Woltemade and Jonathan Tah also missed penalties, after the latter had a late goal disallowed by VAR

David Squires on … World Cup penalty pain for Germany and the NetherlandsOur cartoonist on the latest knockout drama as Jonathan Tah does a Chris Waddle and Casemiro has a brat summer

It’s time to write off the Germans and Brazil battle past Japan | World Cup DailyMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Nicky Bandini as Germany leave the tournament in dramatic fashion in the last 32

World Cup 2026: Netherlands and Germany crash out, plus Côte d’Ivoire v Norway buildup – liveJoin our writers for all the latest reaction to an extraordinary night of World Cup drama which saw two European heavyweights eliminated

Havertz reacts to another penalty heartache as Germany exit World CupArsenal star equalised in normal time but missed a crucial spot kick as Germany crashed out

How Paraguay won the World Cup penalty shootout against GermanyParaguay have sent Germany home after winning the 2026 World Cup's first penalty shootout 4-3. This animation shows how each shot was scored, saved or missed, team by team

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 19 🤩Germany and Netherlands OUT after losing shootouts. All the goals and highlights 📲

‘I am not someone who runs away’: Nagelsmann will not quit after Germany exitJulian Nagelsmann said he will not be resigning after Germany’s elimination from the World Cup at the hands of Paraguay after a penalty shootout

Why Tah goal was disallowed as Germany lose World Cup tie on penaltiesBig decision late in extra-time goes against Germany

Canale and Gill the heroes as Paraguay hand Germany first World Cup shootout defeatGermany lost their first World Cup penalty shootout in dramatic fashion after a tense 1-1 draw after extra time

www.skysports.com•4mo

World Cup 2026: Germany 1-1 Paraguay (3-4 on penalties) - Four-time winners dumped out in stunning last-32 exit Germany lost a World Cup penalty shoot-out for the first time as they crashed out of the last 32 to underdogs Paraguay.

Germany beaten on penalties by Paraguay in World Cup shockGermany still have not reached the World Cup round of 16 since 2014

Paraguay Eliminates Germany 😲European gots shocked and heading home in Round of 32. Recap 📲

Paraguay's Winning PK 🔥

4mo

🇩🇪 ❌✅✅❌✅❌ 🇵🇾 ✅✅✅❌❌✅ PARAGUAY WINS IT IN PENALTIES!!

Huge World Cup VAR Call 😬

4mo

NO GOAL FOR GERMANY After VAR, a foul was called and the goal is disallowed.

King Kai 👑

B/R Football

4mo

@brfootball

Kai Havertz to the rescue with the equalizer vs. Paraguay 👑

Germany Breakthrough for 1-1 🔥

4mo

GERMANY DRAWS LEVEL WITH PARAGUAY 🇩🇪 Kai Havertz scores the equalizer!

Disastrous Germany Stat ⚰️

Squawka

4mo

@Squawka

Have Germany kept a clean sheet in their last 10 World Cup games? ❌vs. Mexico (2018) ❌ vs. Sweden (2018) ❌ vs. South Korea (2018) ❌ vs. Japan (2022) ❌ vs. Spain (2022) ❌ vs. Costa Rica (2022) ❌ vs. Curacao (2026) ❌ vs. Ivory Coast (2026) ❌ vs. Ecuador (2026) ❌ vs.

‘The right path’: Carlo Ancelotti keeps cool as Brazil come from behind to beat JapanAncelotti said Brazil’s late win was their ‘most complete game’ of the World Cup, while Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu says his side ‘have to improve’ against top teams

Germany Rocked by Paraguay 😵

4mo

PARAGUAY STUNS GERMANY IN THE FIRST HALF 🇵🇾 What a finish by Julio Enciso

Japan Fan Goes Viral 😭

4mo

The interaction between this Japan and Brazil fan after the game

Brazil Eliminates Japan ❌Martinelli the hero in thrilling game. Recap 📲

bulinews.com•4mo

Confirmed lineups: Germany vs ParaguayGermany and Paraguay have announced their starting lineups ahead of Monday's World Cup round of 32 clash.

🚨 BRAZIL'S 95TH-MIN WINNER

Bleacher Report

4mo

@BleacherReport

BRAZIL GOAL IN THE 95TH MINUTE 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷 MARTINELLI SCORES TO TAKE THE LEAD LATE AGAINST JAPAN 🤯 (via @FOXSports)

Casemiro's Equalizer 🇧🇷

4mo

Casemiro draws Brazil back on level terms 🇧🇷

Schweini Trolls Brazil 😄

Bastian Schweinsteiger

4mo

@BSchweinsteiger

Vamos Brazil 💪🏼 #BRAJAP #FIFAWorldCup

Brazil Losing to Japan 😱

4mo

JAPAN TAKES THE LEAD OVER BRAZIL 🇯🇵 Kaishu Sano with a beautiful finish

Monday World Cup Predictions 🔮Picking how Germany, Brazil and Netherlands will all fare 📲

Neymar Stays on Bench

brasil

4mo

@CBF_Futebol

BRASIL DEFINIDO! 🇧🇷 Confira os 11 nomes escalados pelo Mister para enfrentar o Japão nesta segunda-feira (29), às 14h (Brasília), pela segunda fase da Copa do Mundo FIFA 2026. 📺 TV Globo / GE TV / SPORTV / Cazé TV / SBT / NSports 🏟️ Estádio de Houston #BateNoPeito ISSO É

World Cup Power Rankings 📊Can anybody beat France? Listing the heavyweights 📲

World Cup Predictions 🔮Experts' take on how Round of 32 could go 📲

Germany XI vs Paraguay: Predicted lineup and confirmed team newsArsenal star Kai Havertz set to lead attack for last-32 clash in Boston

World Cup 2026: Reaction to Canada’s win plus buildup to Brazil v Japan – liveJoin our writers for the latest news as we look back at Canada’s win over South Africa and preview the upcoming last 32 matches

Germany XI vs Paraguay: Confirmed team news and predicted lineupFour-time tournament winners are strong favourites for last-32 clash in Boston

That Was the Group Stage 🌎🏆

World Cup knockouts set up some SPICE 🎥

Can Brazil Overcome Japan? 🇧🇷This one could be a thriller 📲

Preview: Germany vs. ParaguayBig Round of 32 clash sees tricky test for Germans 📲

World Cup Knockout Stage OddsLooking ahead to next stage 📲

World Cup Group Winners/Losers 🎭🤩 Unreal Golden Boot race 💦 Hate for 'hydration breaks' 📲 Analysis of group stages

Germany trapped between past and future with team lost in identity malaiseThe ghosts of 2014 and Jürgen Klopp dominate the debate, leaving Julian Nagelsmann’s side caught between nostalgia and renewal

Japan and Morocco face old order giants in the hope of a brave new world | Jonathan WilsonTwo eye-catching last-32 ties offer hope of a winner from outside the traditional powers – Brazil and the Netherlands could be gone

Generational Japan Meme 🤣

Twilight

4mo

@the_marcoliboy

Japan just gave us another generational meme😭

Thirty years of hurt: memories of England’s loss to Germany at Euro 96Exactly three decades have passed since one of the most unforgettable nights in English tournament history

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 15 ✨Côte D’ivoire, Ecuador in KOs after big drama. Highlights 📲

Japan and Sweden both reach World Cup last 32 after Elanga’s strike seals drawAnthony Elanga cancelled out Daizen Maeda’s opener in a result that puts both teams into the knockouts

Absolute Beauty from Japan 🫨

4mo

This Japan goal was truly masterful 🇯🇵 What a moment for the Samurai Blue in Dallas

What a Goal from Elanga 🇸🇪

4mo

AN ABSOLUTE BEAUTY 🇸🇪 Anthony Elanga provides the quick response to equalize for Sweden!

Ecuador Stuns Germany 😮

4mo

ECUADOR HAS LIFE 🇪🇨 WHAT A MOMENT TO TAKE THE LEAD OVER GERMANY LATE!

Plata’s golden touch against Germany sends Ecuador into World Cup last 32Ecuador secured their place in the World Cup last 32 after Gonzalo Plata sealed a 2-1 win against Group E winners Germany

www.skysports.com•4mo

World Cup 2026: Ecuador 2-1 Germany - South American side stun four-time winners to reach knockout stagesEcuador stunned already-qualified Germany with a 2-1 comeback win in New Jersey to reach the World Cup knockout stages and dent Scotland’s hopes of reaching the round of 32.

Ecuador qualify for World Cup knockouts after beating GermanyLa Tri reach last-32 as one of the best third-placed teams

Japan-Sweden Lineups

Squawka Live

4mo

@Squawka_Live

TEAM NEWS Japan XI: Zion Suzuki; Yukinari Sugawara, Keito Nakamura, Hiroki Ito, Ko Itakura; Ayumu Seko, Daichi Kamada, Ao Tanaka; Ayase Ueda, Ritsu Doan, Daizen Maeda Sweden XI: Jacob Widell Zetterström; Alexander Bernhardsson, Gabriel Gudmundsson, Victor Lindelöf, Isak Hien,

Ecuador Stunner in 7 Mins 😵

4mo

FIRST GOAL OF THE 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP FOR ECUADOR 🇪🇨 Nilson Angulo equalizer from outside the box!

Germany Leads in 2 Mins ⏰

4mo

2ND MINUTE GOAL FOR GERMANY AT NY/NJ STADIUM 🇩🇪 Leroy Sané gets his team off to a flying start vs Ecuador

Ecuador vs. Germany Lineups

Paddy Power

4mo

@paddypower

Ecuador XI: Galíndez; Ordóñez, Pacho, Hincapié; Yeboah, Caicedo, Alan Franco, Vite, Angulo; Gonzalo Plata, Enner Valencia Germany XI: Neuer; Kimmich, Tah, Rüdiger, Raum; Pavlovic, Nmecha, Musiala, Wirtz; Sané, Havertz

Why Japanese Fans Clean Up 🚮

World Cup tradition like no other 🎥